{"id":1612,"date":"2017-02-03T07:00:07","date_gmt":"2017-02-03T07:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/?p=1612"},"modified":"2017-02-03T07:00:07","modified_gmt":"2017-02-03T07:00:07","slug":"6-tips-healthy-coat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat","title":{"rendered":"6 Tips to Maintain Your Dog&#8217;s Healthy Coat"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]For dog groomers, keeping a dog\u2019s coat healthy is the number one priority. You know there are many things you and owners can do to keep a dog\u2019s fur shiny and soft. From diet and nutrition to brushing and trims, there\u2019s plenty of ways to keep a coat healthy and well-maintained. What can you do to improve hair health? Follow these steps to give your client\u2019s dog a gorgeous coat![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/#1_Brush_between_appointments\" >1. Brush between appointments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/#2_Maintain_a_healthy_diet\" >2. Maintain a healthy diet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/#3_Choose_a_moisturizing_shampoo\" >3. Choose a moisturizing shampoo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/#4_Sun_protection\" >4. Sun protection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/#5_Go_for_a_regular_trim\" >5. Go for a regular trim<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/blog\/2017\/02\/6-tips-healthy-coat\/#6_Schedule_check-ups\" >6. Schedule check-ups!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Brush_between_appointments\"><\/span>1. Brush between appointments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brushing a dog is something we encourage in almost every article, and there\u2019s a good reason: <i>it helps keep dogs healthy!<\/i><\/p>\n<p>Regular brushing promotes oil production in a dog\u2019s skin which keeps the skin and hair hydrated. Oil also adds shine to a dog\u2019s coat, so his fur will always look healthy! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/09\/7-dog-grooming-tips-that-will-save-you-money\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Brushing can be done by the owners<\/a> at home \u2013 just show them the proper brushes and tools to use. Dispersing the oil throughout the hair protects their dog\u2019s hair by keeping it moisturized.<\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2017\/04\/groomers-guide-brushing-techniques\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">regular brushing<\/a> stops tangles from forming in a dog\u2019s coat. Tangles can turn into painful mats, so it\u2019s important for owners to know how to prevent them! Demonstrate to clients how they can properly and thoroughly brush their dog to maintain his healthy coat.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;1623&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Maintain_a_healthy_diet\"><\/span>2. Maintain a healthy diet<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ensuring dogs are fed a healthy diet is an owner\u2019s responsibility, but as a professional groomer your advice goes a long way! Recommendations for healthy dog food or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/pros-cons-raw-feeding-cats-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">raw diets<\/a> can give your clients the right information they need to keep their dogs healthy from the inside out.<\/p>\n<p>Owners will see a drastic difference in the condition of their dog\u2019s coat when they switch to a nutrient-rich diet. Substituting oils and vitamins into a dog\u2019s diet will improve the overall health. Since many dog foods contain <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doggroomingcourse.com\/2018\/06\/what-ingredients-to-watch-out-for-before-adding-products-to-your-dog-grooming-kit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fillers and additives<\/a> that aren\u2019t nutritious, advising clients on quality food is a must. Your expertise will keep their pup happy and healthy![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;1621&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Choose_a_moisturizing_shampoo\"><\/span>3. Choose a moisturizing shampoo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not only does moisturizing shampoo benefit the skin, it\u2019s also good for keeping dog hair shiny and healthy! Keeping the skin moisturized prevents itchiness and scratching, and stops hair from becoming dry and brittle.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Owners:<\/b> ward off dandruff and dryness by asking your groomer to use a moisturizing shampoo when you take him for a bathing appointment.<\/li>\n<li><b>Groomers:<\/b> always have moisturizing shampoo in stock \u2013 you never know which dogs will need some extra moisture!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Sun_protection\"><\/span>4. Sun protection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In order to keep a dog\u2019s coat healthy, they need to stay protected from the sun. This is most important for short-haired dogs, so be sure to let owners know that sun can damage dogs\u2019 skin too! Most clients will know that the coat protects the dog \u2013 but it doesn\u2019t always protect them <i>completely.<\/i> To keep their dog healthy (and maintain a shiny coat), owners need to be aware of possible damage to the skin. Recommend sunscreen that\u2019s safe for dogs to provide SPF protection during the sunny months![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][image_with_animation image_url=&#8221;1619&#8243; alignment=&#8221;&#8221; animation=&#8221;Fade In&#8221; box_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; max_width=&#8221;100%&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Go_for_a_regular_trim\"><\/span>5. Go for a regular trim<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the main ways to maintain healthy dog hair: get it trimmed! Whether the dog is older, younger, playful, or enjoys his sleep, regular trims will remove any tangles or damaged hair. This will keep the dog\u2019s coat soft by encouraging hair growth. By trimming a dog\u2019s coat regularly, his body will keep producing fur which can make the hair thicker and stronger.<\/p>\n<p>Just as well, regular trims ensure any mats and tangles are taken care of <i>immediately.<\/i> Advise owners not to leave them to get worse \u2013 they\u2019ll become bigger and painful to remove! Remember to keep <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qcpetstudies.com\/groomers-guide-hair-clipping-blades\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">this cheat sheet<\/a> on hand so you always use the right clippers for each dog.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Schedule_check-ups\"><\/span>6. Schedule check-ups!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This one goes for a dog\u2019s general health, but it definitely helps keep the coat healthy! Attending regular check-ups with the vet will keep dogs out of harm\u2019s way. If there are any skin conditions, however minor, the vet will be able to treat them right away. As a groomer, you\u2019ll be the best source for owners to know when their dog needs to visit the vet. Even for small concerns, play it safe and recommend a quick trip to get the condition checked out!<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to share these tips with your clients so they know exactly how to keep their pal\u2019s coat looking luscious and shiny![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;2%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243;][vc_column enable_animation=&#8221;true&#8221; animation=&#8221;fade-in&#8221; column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<h3 align=\"center\"><em>Interested in more pet hair care tips? 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